I went and broke the news to Cowboy Josh that he needs a computer, that I’m going to help him buy one, and that I’m going to write about the whole process on the internet for everyone and their Aunt Ethel to read. But the good news, I told him, is that before long, he’ll actually be able to ACCESS the internet and read all about himself getting his first computer. Not that he’d necessarily need to read about himself getting his first computer…but if he WANTED to, he could. That’s the important part! It’s kinda like me. I don’t really NEED to look for more pieces of Jadite on eBay…but if I WANT to I can! I love this country.

I’m happy to chronicle this whole process on behalf of, and utilizing the tools of, PC.com, because it exists for folks like Josh (and let’s face it, yours truly) who weren’t necessarily born with built-in computer knowledge in their brains. Sure, I’ve become more comfortable with computers in recent years—spending 21 hours a day caressing something tends to make one more comfortable with it—but there’s still a lot of fundamental stuff I don’t understand. And PC.com is a good site for that—it’s not for the technically advanced. It’s for me. And for Josh. And, probably, for some of you.

Because I wanted to know all about the site I was writing about, and because I wanted to avoid doing laundry, I spent some time there.First, I clicked on this…

Which took me to…This exceedingly slick video.

It completely takes apart a computer from the inside out, explaining what each part does.I’m embarrassed to say I discovered at least twelve pieces of information about which I’d been previously clueless.

I’m also embarrassed to say that the girl explaining things is seriously skinny and darling. The butthead. She needs to eat some of my apple dumplings.

Moving on. The first, and most important, decision I think Josh needs to make is whether to get a laptop or desktop. So I asked him.

“Josh,” I asked, flipping my stringy hair in the breeze. “Do you want a desktop or laptop?”

Josh shrugged his shoulders. “I have no idea.” Translation: I don’t know the difference between a desktop and a laptop. (I know this seems unbelievable to some of you. But I think that’s the very problem with lots of these techie websites: they assume a certain level of knowledge about the reader. It’s as if they can’t fathom a person not knowing the basic fundamentals of computers—like how to turn them on, what a mouse is, what they do. So lots of folks, I believe, are kinda left twisting in the wind…naked and alone…in the dark. [Name that movie.])

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Anyway, Josh obviously needed to learn a few things. So I grabbed Marlboro Man’s lasso from his saddle out in the barn, threw a mean loop around Josh’s torso, and dragged him, kicking and screaming, to my desk. It was hilarious. Then I forced him to sit down at my computer and I pulled up PC.com again.

Then I clicked “Get Quick Answers.” ‘Cause I like quick answers.

Then this fella popped up:Well, HELLO, fella!

And the very first question happened to be…This one! It was meant to be! It’s fate! Kismet! Karma! Dogma!

(I had a t-shirt in college that read “My Karma Ran Over My Dogma.” Where is it? I want it back.)

So I clicked the link and it played a 1-minute video explaining the whole laptop vs. desktop debate. And what it said was this:

a) a laptop isn’t as expandable/modifiable as a desktop
b) a laptop is more portable than a desktop
c) a desktop is generally more affordable than a laptop

So I digested that information and reached the following conclusions:

a) I really don’t see Josh, long term, needing to expand too much in the way of hard drives, RAM, etc. If he plays games, it won’t be often and I doubt he’ll need a high-powered system; and I won’t worry too, too much about him shooting in RAW and filling up his hard drive with photos, considering he doesn’t even own a camera. So expandability isn’t a concern.
b) I can see Josh wanting to lounge on his recliner, checking rodeo results and/or market closings after a long day of work. I can also see him wanting to take his laptop in his feedtruck with him once I, God forbid, teach him what the word “spreadsheet” means and help him begin to track his animal counts in Excel. So portability would probably be a plus.
c) Yes, in my experience, laptops are pricier. But Josh is a nice, dedicated employee, and considering he won’t require too much in the way of add-ons and upgrades in the future, a one-time higher price point won’t kill me. Unless he wants it encrusted with rubies…but I don’t see that happening.

OUTCOME: I think a laptop will work better for Josh. But will Josh reach the same conclusion? I didn’t want to color his decision, so I did something I rarely do. I kept my mouth shut.

What will Cowboy Josh choose? Will he choose the stability and expandability of a desktop? Or will he choose the flexibility and the…takeability of a laptop? Tune in next time for Cowboy…Gets…WIRED!

(“Takeability?” Nice one, Ree.)
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Now, if you want to avoid laundry too, go visit PC.com and play around for a minute. I hope you learn something new!

This post sponsored by PC.comThis contest/giveaway sponsored by the cows in my north pasture. Amen.

5550 Comments

Jen On Monday, May 5 at 7:47 pm

I only know how to email, read the online newspaper, email, and blog. My husband is a computer nerd so he can fix anything I screw up.
We have a Dell computer – And that’s all I know about that!

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alex On Monday, May 5 at 7:47 pm

I think I’m pretty familiar with computers. I know some HTML and CSS, how to defrag a hard drive, and I can edit photos (like you!)…but I’ve also called Apple when something’s going wrong and the solution has been to shut down my computer. I think I’m like a 7/10.

Valerie On Monday, May 5 at 7:48 pm

I know how to email, read blogs and write in MS Word. I can download my pictures from my digital camera and that’s about it. That’s all I need to know how to do…I spend enough time on here reading blogs! I don’t have time to know how to do anything else!

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alison On Monday, May 5 at 7:48 pm

Not expert but not idiot… somewhere in between where I can get my personal and work things done with the help of a computer and some basic programs!

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Jodilyn On Monday, May 5 at 7:49 pm

I know quite a bit about lots of different computer programs, but not much about the inner workings of the actual computer. I am learning a bit more as my husband is going to school for IT and Computer programming.

In our house we have two desktop computers and one laptop.

Jodilyn
Willcox, AZ

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Valerie On Monday, May 5 at 7:49 pm

I’ve had a couple of laptops die on me. (That’s not really a good sign, is it?) But I did switch to Mac after the last loss, and so far, so good….:)

Well, when I started computing, we had the black-screened apple macs and I loved them. Then they went color! Oregon Trail was much better in color. Then the internet appeared out of nowhere. We had a dial-up modem and I chatted my little teenage heart out. Now I have a laptop and I enjoy my computer, but I’m not really computer-savvy. I just use it for what I need it, just like any other household appliance.

WOWOWOWOW! One of the first, which is a definite first! As would winning the gift card so I can go buy another darn PC. Something about dumping a gallon of water on it and I wish I could blame the children….

I am functionally computer savvy but pale in comparison to my HTML hubby. And what motivation do I have to learn when I have him around to do my dirty work?

teresa On Monday, May 5 at 7:49 pm

I can do most everything on the computer and what I can’t Sir geeks a lot – the man I live with does. We own 7 computers, mostly his. Mine is a MacBook, the new love of my life. Once you go Mac you will never go back!

I’m a pretty big computer geek. So I can do all those things you mentioned PLUS I can balance my laptop on my head. No, seriously.

We have three laptops and four desktop in the house for three people. I built to two of the desktops and my husband the other two. So yeah. we’re a family of geeks.

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Heidi On Monday, May 5 at 7:49 pm

I know just enough to cause trouble and use ctrl-alt-del way too much…..

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damidnara On Monday, May 5 at 7:49 pm

I’ve been using computers for YEARS but I consider myself somewhat lazy in my usage, even though I was a tech support gal in college over 10 years ago… so I’d say at this point I’m in the middle. I choose not to get into the gritty details and let my husband sort out problems, but if I had to figure it out in a pinch, well I could probably do something useful…

Computer Confession….well I know enough to be dangerous and enough so that every family member believes that my purpose is to be their own personal tech support. So now I’m learning to play dumb so that they leave me alone.

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Charity On Monday, May 5 at 7:50 pm

I’ve been using computers daily since 1986, so I’d say I’m pretty proficient. I don’t care how they work, though. Like my trusty Suburban, I just drive the thing; I don’t care to change the oil or rotate the tires. That’s what the Geek Squad is for. Or my company’s computer tech guys … same difference.

I MUCH prefer Macs, by the way. I just got a new iMac after five years in Windows Purgatory, and I am SO dadgum happy about it!

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Senez On Monday, May 5 at 7:50 pm

I feel like I’m generally strong in computers, software and hardware-wise. I’ve built several PCs from scratch. Also, in my job, I’m responsible for designing, coding, and running several various computer programs and meteorological models. I don’t like tooting my own horn, though.

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Butler Beth On Monday, May 5 at 7:51 pm

I’m with P-Dub on this one. Not a complete tech-moron, but I can do a moderate amount of things. I do confess that I often just push buttons and figure SOMEONE out there will help me find my way back to safety if I enter the danger zone.

Yes…I tapped in at the right time…k type fast Shelle…Here goes…I am a computer “whisperer” they just work for me…when they break down I usually can figure how to fix them. I love MAC’s for pics and video but I also love to just chill with my HP laptop…personalizing it to me of course! Well that’s about it! I love computers and can’t fathom not having one! Josh…you won’t regret it…okay maybe you will because you might like it too much!

We just got an iMac about a month ago. I’m still working my way around it but I’m loving it!!!

Pick me random integer!!!

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Tessa On Monday, May 5 at 7:51 pm

I can do a little HTML if I really, really think about it. And I work on the computer all day at work. And I’m the designated installer of software & hardware at home. I will pass a geekitude test if I have to take one, but I think I’ll just barely pass.

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Melinda M. On Monday, May 5 at 7:51 pm

I used to consider myself pretty savvy with computers–I knew a 286 from a 486, and I could design a website in HTML code. Then, I had kids, and they inserted straws into my brain and sucked out its contents, and now I feel pretty dumb about computers. Interestingly, my kids are quite adept at computers! Don’t get me wrong–everyone still thinks I’m an expert–I’m my department’s technology representative, for goodness sakes. But it’s all a facade. I can use a computer, edit photos, write an article–but don’t ask me about memory, graphics drivers, or any of that technical stuff anymore. It left my brain in the straw.

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sonja On Monday, May 5 at 7:51 pm

Learning, learning, learning. I blog, use facebook, email and Word almost everyday. And I leave my four punks to fend for themselves too much while I play in Photoshop. I probably would learn more from that gal on the video than you did.

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Chris in NH On Monday, May 5 at 7:51 pm

I love my laptop! Love it I say! I’m pretty comfortable with it though I’m sure I could learn a whole lot more. I am totally addicted to it. Every night as I veg in front of the computer, I surf and work. If I didn’t, I’d be sound asleep. I NEED my ‘puter!

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daryl On Monday, May 5 at 7:52 pm

I’m an idiot savant — there are certain things I can do without thinking and others that no matter how many times it’s explained to me I just can’t connect

I’m somewhere in between too–not a computer expert, but not computer illiterate. I just recently started a blog, so I’m getting way better at computer stuff. I actually know what html is now. We have two PCs at my house–a desktop and a notebook.

Mac girl here. And I’m about the same; I can HTML a bit and Photoshop a bit. But I know most then most of my friends. (Friends who still can’t figure out how to Bcc on forwarded emails!)

And HELLO to the cows in the north pasture.

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jan On Monday, May 5 at 7:52 pm

I guess I’m a pre-tween. I can use a lot of programs but wouldn’t know where to start if I had to write something in html. Did I say that correctly? I fantasize about learning Photoshop and would feel I had reached the pinnacle of the computer world if I could do so. Happy Anniversary! I love your musings and humor, but most of all your photography. Oh, and those mystery rolls. Seriously love those.

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Sherri On Monday, May 5 at 7:52 pm

I’d say I was an inbetween kind of girl too!
I don’t know it all, and I am ok with it! (wink).
And I know a little more than others….in my next of the woods.

I’m not a computer genius but I do a lot more than I should. The reason for that would be…when I got my first computer in 1996, it was super expensive and full of bugs. I spent more time on the phone with tech support than I did actually using the computer. I also tore the sucker apart numerous times to change hardware. I am the go-to person in my family when it comes to computer issues. I’m also the go-to person at work even though we have IT specialist there. Go figure. Oh, and I currently use a Dell Desktop.

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Julie On Monday, May 5 at 7:52 pm

I love computers! I’ve loved computers for quite a while now. I went from a PC desktop to a Mac desktop and have now expanded to Mac laptops. I even converted my husband who was strictly PC to a Mac. That’s so taboo. Our dogs name is Mac. And although my husband likes to think he’s named that because of a computer, I know the truth.

I couldn’t build a computer on my own, but I’m pretty self sufficient. I have even been on the tech training committees at my school. Helping out those less comfortable than myself.

All in all, I rate myself pretty high on the computer comfortableness scale. And when in doubt, my computer loving, engineering, problem solving of a husband helps!

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Tyra On Monday, May 5 at 7:52 pm

I know just enough to be dangerous lol I am pretty good at working my way around a computer, I always figured that there is nothing that I can do that can’t be fixed, just that some fixes might be more expensive than others I swear though, my 13yr old punk can do ANYTHING on a ‘puter!

We have two desktops in the house, and my laptop.

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elizabeth On Monday, May 5 at 7:52 pm

ahem, right now I’m itching for an iphone, because I just want one. Okay?

I never even used a PC in college and then somehow landed a job where I had to use…whew…what alot of bsing and looking busy while not knowing what i was doing occurred for that first job…then somehow landed up in IT for years and years…all this from a poli sci major…(translation – slacker political junkie, wanting to change the world…) and there are few and far between liberal arts majors in the IT industry…anyway…i’m pretty familiar with them now and my choice is a MAC…love them and am still learning the ropes…

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KatieJack On Monday, May 5 at 7:53 pm

My level of computer saavy is somewhere between my elderly aunt’s and my 18-year-old son’s. My aunt thinks I’m Bill Gates because I set up her e-mail and my son thinks I’m a complete Neanderthal. I muddle through most things I need to do and let my son take care wireless encryption and the like.

I am somewhere in between, but my husband is a genius where computers are concerned. When he’s around I just play dumb! That way he has to fix anything and everything. He also loves Bust Buy. If I win, can I give him the gift card for Father’s Day? Or is that cheating?

Gayle On Monday, May 5 at 7:53 pm

I love computers! I have a pretty good grasp on most software that I own but the hardware is what really gives me a run for my money. My “super genius” techie brothers would say that I know just enough to be “Very Dangerous”!

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Ria On Monday, May 5 at 7:53 pm

I can get where I need to go on the internet, but for anything technical I call my dh!

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Cammi On Monday, May 5 at 7:53 pm

I know a fair amount about computers. I prefer a laptop to a desktop, hands down. because I carry it around with me from room to room. (I am a work-from-home mom.) I am loving your Photoshop tips and tools!

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Laura S On Monday, May 5 at 7:53 pm

Hmmm. I have a laptop at home and a desktop at work. I can use a lot of different software programs, but I really don’t know what’s going on behind the scenes. I have found that you can Google nearly anything and get the answers though.

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Amy On Monday, May 5 at 7:53 pm

In my home, I’m the computer geek, but out in the real world…not so much. I would love to know more, so I’m off to beef up my knowledge at PC.com

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Heidi Fry On Monday, May 5 at 7:54 pm

We own a ThinkPad and love it! My husband is currently teaching me how to navigate Linux, which so far, has been easier to use than Windows!

Super cool! We have 2 computers here – both desktops that are 2 & 5 years old. I use the old one for Internet surfing and photo storage. The other, slightly newer one is technically my son’s, but I have all-access to it because it has my Photoshop CS2 on it (old one won’t run it). I desperately want to buy a laptop, but can’t afford it yet. As far as computer knowledge, I am very program friendly but know squat about the insides of my computer…and I like it that way!
Thanks Ree! Great contest! And don’t worry, if I can teach my 50-something Mom to use (and love!) her computer, you can surely get Cowboy Josh going with his!

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Alyson On Monday, May 5 at 7:54 pm

The most complicated thing I use is PSE 5. I have an HP laptop. It replaced my Gateway. I miss my Gateway.

I don’t know a darned thing about computers, besides how to turn them on and run software programs. When I had to buy one back in college I required hours of tutorials from cute college men in order to wrap my brain around all the numbers and specs. Now I’m married to a cute computer guy, sometimes he talks computers and I just stare blankly and lovingly at him!

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Faith On Monday, May 5 at 7:54 pm

I’m pretty good. I can make a mean Excel worksheet with formulas and everything! haha. I’m a MAC person and I love it.

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Janet On Monday, May 5 at 7:54 pm

I just bought my second laptop. The first one still works ok – but it is out of warranty, and not as robust as I would like to do the things I like to do.

An accountant by trade, I’ll go out on a limb and say I am an excel super-user. So, if Cowboy Josh needs some help setting up some pivot tables on the cattle, I’ll be happy to come ride around with him til he gets it figured out.

I know as little as I can get away with on my P.C.. I would love to use a digital camera and photoshop like you but I know that is way over my head. My opinion is the P.C. should work for me not the other way around.

I’m udderly competent…I’m sure 947 people already used Udderly..but I couldn’t help myself. My husband works in IT so you would think that I have a 24hr help desk out of holy matrimony, right? Wrong. I get nothing. I have to actually think for myself. No respect..

I have come a long way. Three years ago I started my own little photography business and dove into the world of digital photography. Sometimes artsyness and computer savvyness just don’t go hand in hand. I had no idea what I was doing. I am still learning every day. Especially about Photoshop from you Ree! There is so much to learn and I can’t wait to keep going.

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Karenh27 On Monday, May 5 at 7:55 pm

I can do e-mail, and browse the internet…but that’s about it. I used to know more, but my husband is very computer-savvy so now he does it all while I laze about asking stupid questions.

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Julie in WA On Monday, May 5 at 7:55 pm

I know how to turn the computer on!
I can find my email!
I can search on google.
I can even write up a document.

But that is it. Please do not ask me to open up the big black box under the desk. Please do not ask me if I have cleaned the dust out since purchase nearly four years ago. Apparently the dust causes problems, like the computer shutting off by magic for no reason…turning my daughter (who was always in the middle of a Webkinz game) into a frustrated angy monster.

So, I learned something new about my computer.

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Dianes On Monday, May 5 at 7:55 pm

ooooo….PC.com…awesome!!! See? That’s why I read Pioneerwoman. You solve all my problems! I know a little bit. I can install software. In fact I’ve been installing all my Canon XTi stuff on my new Dell Inspiron 1525 tonight. Cowboy Josh needs one too. Back to PC.com, now maybe I can actually become dangerous.

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Jen On Monday, May 5 at 7:55 pm

I’m fairly computer-nerdy, from programming html to power-using a lot of applications, but my hardware and system knowledge is suffering since I was forced to give up my beloved Apple for a windows machine (we’re a mixed-system family).

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connie in nm On Monday, May 5 at 7:55 pm

Don’t know much, and frankly and sadly, don’t want to know much. I can do email and navigate the web & websites & post comments. Have NO idea how to do anything technical and could never write code. If the computer messes up, I am up a creek! That sounds so pitiful, I should be braver. I just got a digital camera ( fought that for a long time), so maybe I’ll learn to send all the darling photos of my grandchild!

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BlonDee On Monday, May 5 at 7:55 pm

I’ve been a computer nerd since high school…..over 20 years now. I would classify myself somewhere in the middle with specializing in photo restoration and graphic design.
Just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy your website, being a country girl myself!

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Ricki On Monday, May 5 at 7:55 pm

Hmmm…I guess you could say that I’m fairly computer literate. I am not a geek by any means, but I’m not afraid to try this or that, and if that doesn’t work, I’ll try that other thing. I’m the person that people ask for help if the computer whizzes are not available, and I can usually help. I know a lot of computer applications, and I am able to translate my knowledge of one application to another one so that I can usually figure things out. I’m not so good that I don’t get stumped sometimes, that’s for sure (but who is that good, really, besides Bill Gates and Steve Jobs?).

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Darthy On Monday, May 5 at 7:55 pm

I would consider myself a “capable” person on the computer. I am willing to explore a little and play with certain things but I get frustrated kinda fast as my attention span is relatively short. What were we talking about?

WOW! I have never been this early on comments before! Kinda cool when you are on the first page- even thought random never goes this low- but it is all good- it isn’t really about winning is it?

My dad is a computer engineer, so I grew up with the internet before it was the internet… In a time when you would go to a web site, and then walk away for 45 minutes and hope that it was loaded when you came back. Now I wait more than .045 seconds for a page to load and I think it is slow.

With all that said, I know enough to get by. I’m not a whiz, but I can manage my way through things without help. My favorite program is photoshop… I’m addicted. We have a MAC laptop that is 6 years old and works as well as our fairly new PC, so we hope to get an iMac for Christmas, not only because of the warranty, but also for my photo editing.

I’ve learned to do the stuff that regularly needs doing, like repairing the wireless network, but I won’t tell you how long it actually took me to figure that sucker out!

Now, if I have to do something I haven’t done before and it takes me longer than 3 minutes to find an answer when I Google it, forget it. I wait until someone else can do it. Or don’t do it at all.

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Laurel On Monday, May 5 at 7:55 pm

My husband is the computer guy and we have way too many desktops and laptops. I’m too embarrassed to even give a number. I can navigate most software, but I am completely clueless about the innards and plumbing of a computer.

My husband can take them apart, put them back together, maintain them and everything in between. He’s a geek, and he has the pleated khakis and short-sleeved button downs to prove it. If he weren’t black, I’d imagine he’d be very pasty.

First, I should say that Cowboy Josh is very cute, in a sweet and earnest kind of way. Goodness.

So, my computer expertise…I’m great with programs and lousy with hardware. I get the basics: memory, processor speed, hard drive size. But I don’t get the real technical stuff. I don’t worry about it. As for the software side, I’ve learned some basic HTML and I’m a whiz with the Office products.

Holly On Monday, May 5 at 7:55 pm

I’ve been a child of Apple since I was…well, a child! My mother’s a teacher and her classroom at school is just full of old Macs I took apart with my toy tool kit. I had to switch to PCs for college, though, and had good luck with all the Dell products I ran across.

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Anonymous On Monday, May 5 at 7:56 pm

I’m somewhere in between. Can do some repair, find anything I need. Can help diagnose other people’s computers. Not a genius but I’d say advanced intermediate. But seriously I love me some good computer (with internet of course).

I’m somehwere mid-spectrum. I know enough to get around in most of the Office programs, Photoshop, can do some HTML, etc. I’m no genius though

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Margaret in SC On Monday, May 5 at 7:56 pm

I found this blog about a week ago…I’m in love. As far as computers go, I know just enough to be dangerous…to my computer. But I do know enough to know when my dear PC needs a doctor so it’s all good.

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Valerie On Monday, May 5 at 7:56 pm

We have 5 macs in the family. I love my iMac. I would consider myself an intermediate user. I can use (with good results) photoshop, illustrator, inDesign, Aperture. Love making books with iPhoto, movies and dvds with iMovie & iDvd (wonderful suck-up Christmas presents for the grandparents)… am learning more about Aperture and Final Cut. I am attached to my computer and love the fact that I can bring up the screens of my kids computers without them knowing (we really had my youngest going for a while).

Uhmmmm . . . well, I have a couple of blogs that I’ve been able to stumble through and I’ve learned a teeny bit about html. Mostly, I’m scared to death and hate to learn new stuff. My husband has a Bachelors degree in computer sciences and has worked the same job for 20-some years. He pretty much knows everything and is my go-to man for computer stuff. To be absolutely honest with you . . . were it not for him, I probably wouldn’t even HAVE a computer!

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Mindy On Monday, May 5 at 7:56 pm

I am a Mac person. Love them!

I am, like you, comfortable with simple code. Can get around anywhere. Can use and figure out pretty much any software.

But I have no idea what is inside this thing and how it all works together!

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Carrie On Monday, May 5 at 7:56 pm

My dad rode the wave of computer technology, starting back in the ’80s, and my older brother followed suit, then went on to get his B.S. in computer science and become a Microsoft software engineer, so I just depend upon them for all of my knowledge of tricky computer things. I’m totally proficient at Word, Excel, etc., but I couldn’t point out the motherboard or the harddrive within the computer.

I can email, blog, use Microsoft applications, and do general computer maintenance pretty effortlessly. My entire life is tracked on Excel. I once took my computer apart and looked at its innards because it crashed on me, and it was filthy, so I dust-busted it. It starting working again. Hallelujah.

Other than that… I go to my much-more-tech-savvy husband and/or brother.

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Brenna On Monday, May 5 at 7:56 pm

well, I don’t know how to add a link into a blog, I can surf, set up a website or fix just about anything I screw up, as long as it’s in word.. or a blog I’d say I’m in the middle, but towards the bottom half of the middle…

I’m somewhere in between. Can do some repair, find anything I need. Can help diagnose other people’s computers. Not a genius but I’d say advanced intermediate. But seriously I love me some good computer (with internet of course). I’m also a genius and don’t put my name, etc in a comment the first time around. Ya know cause I’m just good like that.

Laura On Monday, May 5 at 7:57 pm

I’ve heard it rumored that I am the IT department’s worst nightmare. I disagree wholeheartedly w/ this assessment. Most of the problems are issues beyond my control, it’s the network stupid! I’m not allowed to put in “help” requests because they are too painful to decipher. So I get to have a real person help me every time, bahahaha. ; )

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Shannon On Monday, May 5 at 7:57 pm

I know my way around most basic software programs. I long for a desktop — but can’t figure out MySpace and FaceBook …lol

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Jennifer On Monday, May 5 at 7:57 pm

I’m very comfortable with my home computer and my work computer…I can get around quite well in most situations.

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Sheryl On Monday, May 5 at 7:57 pm

I have a dell at home and work. I can get around where I need to. My one year old grandaughter can turn it on, grab the mouse and a way she goes!

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Laura Carlson On Monday, May 5 at 7:57 pm

I LOVE my MacBook…..
I would rather sit here blog stalking than doing anything else……
What do i want for mother’s day????
A day alone with my MacBook!
Sad huh?

I wouldn’t say I’m an expert, but I wouldn’t say I’m a computer idiot. I know enough about them to know when mine is too slow, which is all of the time. When you really get down to it, my computer and I have a love-hate relationship.

I just bought a MacBookPro 15″ in November, and BOY HOWDY do I love this thing. My roommate Janet named him Mak the Mac, so there’s that. I’m a graphic designer, so I know Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Flash (LOVE me some Adobe CS3 products!) but I still wouldn’t know what was wrong if my computer up and died tomorrow. I’m all software, no hardware to be found.

My brother knows a lot more than I do, and he’s also a lot geekier, but I still love him.

That’s about it I think. And one more smiley oughta do it.

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Beverly On Monday, May 5 at 7:57 pm

I can make my way around the internet pretty well (if you need something found, I can find it), I can use photoshop elements but I can not write html or any computer type programs! I guess I am in the middle!